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Forsyth Postdoctoral Fellowship (Ancient Greek Art and Architecture)

How to Apply

Application materials should be consolidated into 1 (one) PDF document before uploading the materials onto Interfolio by December 19, 2025. Please request your referees to submit their letters of recommendation through the Interfolio portal by the same date.

The fellowship is open to applicants irrespective of nationality. The University of Michigan is a public R-1 institution. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Summary

The Department of the History of Art at the University of Michigan invites applications for the Forsyth Postdoctoral Fellowship, dedicated this year to Ancient Greek art and Architecture.Candidates working on any aspect of ancient Greek societies, broadly conceived, in relation to art history, urban history, architectural history, cross-regional and cross-cultural practices, ecocriticism, theories of the image, and visually-informed theoretical and other frameworks, are welcome to apply.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

The one-year appointment begins September 1, 2026, with a possible one-year renewal. The Forsyth Fellow will teach two courses per academic year and will be expected to be in residence in Ann Arbor during the academic year. The Forsyth Fellow will work with a mentor, who will help open doors to the UM community, providing guidance as requested or needed.

Required Qualifications*

A PhD in a relevant specialized field, acquired within the past six, or maximum seven, years, is required before appointment. Applicants should provide a cover letter, CV, research plan, teaching statement, dissertation abstract, an article or dissertation chapter as a sample of scholarly writing, and two letters of recommendation.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Additional Information

This is a 12-month term-limited position with the possibility of renewal. The anticipated start date is September 1, 2026. Further information about the Department of the History of Art can be found on our website at https://lsa.umich.edu/histart

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

271341

Working Title

Forsyth Postdoctoral Fellowship (Ancient Greek Art and Architecture)

Job Title

RESEARCH FELLOW

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA History of Art

Posting Begin/End Date

11/24/2025 - 12/19/2025

Career Interest

Research Fellows